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1. I will post my fanfiction(s) and my short stories here for anyone that feels like reading them.

2. I will do requests for fanfiction, but more often then not I'll not do them. I prefer to keep my writing in the realm of canon / spinoff of canon.

3. I was originally 'The Hanged Man' on Fanfiction.com, but the time quota scared me away, thus I'm posting my works here.

4. Please be constructive when you post on my Fanfiction Dimension thread. I appreciate detailed points, as I am hoping to improve my writing. Simply highlighting a thing or two will only help me in the general sense.

He was happy, the feeling of loneliness finally escaping him. Leaving him with an emotion he hadn't felt for a very, very long time. He sustained a look of genuine glee and spirit, a smile etched across his pale features, silver hair stringing against his cheeks and onto the place of his current affection.

It had been at least a month now, that Japan has been freed. Political and government problems were handled by Zero-sama and Diethard, along with several others that were key members of the rebellion.

One of the highest standing members was lying right next to him now, the two of them grappled to one another. His left arm wrapped around her waist, and her right arm clinging onto the back of his head, pressing his face against her bosom.

--This wasn't perverse, Neither was it eccentric. Though it did make both of them flustered at first, they quickly settled in, smiles on their faces. A blanket cascaded their legs and hips, revealing their abdomen up. The room's fragrant smell lured both of them asleep.

The boy Rai, nodded his head upwards, brushing his skin against the unzipped portion of the girl's jumpsuit, feeling the softness, he radiated with quietness.

He had expected (hoped?) that she would be looking down at him, but her eyes were closed -- a peaceful breathing escaping from her periodically. It's peaceful thumping was nearly sublime, giving the Gekka pilot relief to know he wasn't alone anymore.

They had been like this for awhile in all honesty, and it was understandable from a long day of combat simulation, even the ace -- Kallen Kozuki -- Would be exhausted.

He didn't want to move, nor did he feel the need to.... He felt at peace, and no sooner did he rest his head on the exposed flesh of her breasts, he felt a warm, sensational feeling... Along with the echoing of a heartbeat. It's thumping was almost hypnotic to Rai, it drawing him to a welcomed peace called sleep.

Rai closed his eyes, possibly for the final time -- Geass flickering in his right eye, before finally dissipating. The power surged for a moment - reminding him of that fateful day at SAZ, where he expected to die in order to save the Japanese the infliction that was almost wrought on them. Yes... He felt the sleepy shroud wrap around him again, and he couldn't think of a better place to fall asleep.

"I'm home... Kallen..." he muttered, finally falling back asleep. As they slumbered with ardent and fulfilled smiles.

Both of them, Kallen and Rai - The Twin Guardians of The Knights.

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2017 - The Special Administration Zone was a success, The Order of The Black Knights being tasked with political matters.

2018 - Zero negotiated into opening several other Special Administrations Zones -- including Nagasaki, Okinawa, and Tokyo Settlement.

2019 - Zero vanished as Area 12 and 9 started rebellions as well, rumors of Zero being involved circulated even further as a White Zero made debut on the vanishing of the first Zero.

2063 - The White Zero signed The Declaration of Independence, which in effect allowed all Areas freedom prior to occupation in exchange for mutual trade and globalization. The noble caste was expelled by the 99th Emperor, who thwarted uprising and skirmishes as well as issuing new policies for Britannia. Lelouch Vi Britannia was able to create a more peaceful Britannia, eventually passing away after 62 years of rule. The final policy he left behind was the plan to make Britannia into a socialist country -- allowing equality for all of it's citizens.

The evening was a surreal red-orange color, the sun finally setting on Tokyo Settlement. The sound of vehicles and the masses shuffling home increased for a time, but now on the edge of the Settlement, it was peaceful and quiet.

The girl stared with affection at the peaceful visage of Rai. He was sleeping, his head placed upon her lap. The redhaired girl brushing her right hand tentatively through his hair.

Kallen knew this boy, and he knew her.

They didn't like eachother at first, Rai was withdrawn and sarcastic. He never applied himself to anything from what she saw. He was critical to everyone and showed no tact in answering a question.

She wanted to throw him off the top of Tokyo Tower once -- Kallen smiled at the memory. He was abrasive but he had a kind heart under that cold exterior.

Rai showed skill in something she lacked -- cooking prowess. She was envious, to be honest. She cooked and cooked to show him up, everytime he sampled her food he simply stated It's missing something.

Once she cooked at home (at the displeasure of her maids.) and brought Rai a boxed lunch, he simply laughed. When he ate the first few bite, he immediately placed the boxed lunch on his lap. The texture and taste is better this time around, good. Something that I can enjoy eating. Was his answer, she immediately felt some sort of accomplishment, even though she felt aggrevated at his words.

When it became Christmas, half of the male populace of Ashford presented her with chocolates and lavished Britannian gifts, While Rai gave her a tabatachi plushie. It wasn't opulent or anything of the sort. It was an inexpensive gift on Christmas.... A gift that held sentimental value instead of monetary value.

She eventually found out he was a Japanese-Britannian like herself. Kallen eventually shared with him she was like him, that might have been the final push for both of them to grow much closer.

She closed her eyes, nodding her head downward as well. Kallen being drawn into sleep as well, The last words spoken came from her.

Mere minutes ago, there were screams and battle. There was bloodshed and tension, now nothing but ruin and sadness. Fukuoka Base stood tall, the flames and destruction climbed from it's foundation to the top in a monument of what had just transpired.

The remnants of the Japanese Liberation Front allied themselves with Sawasaki, Kyushu becoming the base of operation for both the allied Chinese Federation forces, and the JLF, which was once known as Japan's only hope. The coalition was now wreckage on the land of Kyushu. Destroyed Gun-rus littered the ground, Sutherlands and Burai adding to the newly formed Graveyard.

It was silent now, besides the crackling of the flames around her. Blood stained her abdomen as she held tightly onto the lifeless corpse in her arms. Azure orbs looked up, now avoid of all life. Kallen scrolled her fingers across the cold flesh, touching upon Rai's bloodstained cheek.

He protected her, even though she didn't need it or ever asked for it. He acted as a shield for the Guren, even though they were enemies.

He was still there, in her arms. She stroked his cheek silently, tears swelling up again. Rai died in her arms, but he went peacefully. His final words said in clarity and serenity, as if mocking Kallen. She felt the sensation as tears fell down her cheeks and down her cheeks. She felt words stuck in her throat, almost clogged as more tears fell. All Kallen could do was sob, now holding onto the body.

Moments passed, and she calmed down. Her expression twisted into a broken sadness, finally staring into the sapphire orbs that belong to Rai. She smoothed her hand, and crept it across Rai's eyes. With the gesture, Rai's eyes were then closed -- only a broken body in her arms, now.

I've always been you're ally, Karen Kozuki.

His final words echoed, surreal and repeating in her head. She ruffled slowly, picking up Rai's cold, bloodstained body. Only when she saw his face in the entire moonlight did she recognize the look of true peace upon his face. His paled skin almost pigment now, she held onto him tighter, she wanted to believe he wasted his life... But she wouldn't denounce him. She wouldn't reproach him.... She felt she needed to respect him. It was his...

It was his final act.

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A/N: Japanese Liberation Front always ends badly for me. Instead of making a miraculous recovery from the blow, Rai ends up dying in Kallen's arms.

I wasn't a fan of the end at first, but wrapping my head around the idea "Rai died for Kallen to live." made it my third favorite route ending besides the Kallen Kuro no Kishidan and Lelouch Ashford ending.

They all waited on baited breath, the moment of truth -- the echelon of the event. Lelouch, Suzaku, Rai, and Rivalz would come out of their hiding place to reveal their glamour the world over!

"Do you think they are coming?" Nina asked, shirking away as her question was answered with a bellowing chuckle. "Oh, they will come out." Milly responded further with a carefree smile, but irradiating mischief all the while. "Or else." she added on, imagining the possibilities. Truth be told, she wanted to see Lelouch and Rai more then anything. Lelouch's pride would definitely be hurt. Rai would probably vow the downfall of her.

I swear upon my pride, I vow the downfall of Student Council President Milly Ashford.

Rai fixated the white cuffs, now wearing the orange garments with a scowl across his face, azure eyes averted downwards. Even though they were to dress as women, what Milly chose for him was absolutely sadistic.

"D-Don't raise you're skirt, fool!" the raven-haired 'girl' told the elegantly Suzaku, who held the skirt seams somewhat inmodestly. Voices continued to ring around him, Rai being more concentrated on his own suffering.

The silver-haired boy-turned-girl strolled over to the table, and picked up the hand mirror, looking at the reflection. Lipstick... How I loathed Rivalz for forcing it on me.

Panic erupted as Suzaku exposed himself and the rest of the group to the girls. Lelouch's cheeks turning a bright red as he reluctantly walked out, Rivalz following. Rai placed the hand mirror back onto the table, marching off to have his pride executed.

"...Wow. Lulu you're..." Shirley blinked several times, the boy of her affection looking absolutely gorgeous. The dark velvet dress was cascaded with beautiful white lace, giving the boy a magnificient presence within the group.

"...I think the appropriate name would be 'Luluko', madam." a certain maid-turned butler intervened, a goofish moustache acting as a sort of visage for her.

All the while, Rai had his back to the group, looking at the clothing he wore. I don't think I look good in orange.

After afew seconds of contemplation, he heard his name was mentioned, Rai immediately felt a cold shiver run down his spine.

"Raiko? No... I think it'd be..." Milly trailed off, shooting a glance towards Rai. Everyone did the same as they all remembered his presence as well. "I think he'd be...."

"Raine?" Kallen questioned, the silver-haired boy turned around with a scowl across his face. "It's Rai, damnit! Not--"

"Raine Sage." Milly deadpanned, folding her arms with a triumphant look that matched her posture. "Well, you do have blue eyes, fair skin, silver hair..." Milly milked Rai's shame, a faint blush finally stretching across his cheeks as well. "...My pride..." being the only words escaping from him.

"I know!" Rivalz spoke in a shrill voice, imitating what he looked. "Rai is Raine, why don't we make Kallen Kratos next time?"

Milly's smile melted into a devious smirk, Kallen bringing up her hands in protest. "..But I wouldn't look good in purple.. Besides, it's spandex---"

"I don't look good in orange." Raine raised a hand in equal disagreement. "But I wouldn't mind seeing you in anything tight."

When I think back on that moment, I probably deserved that one. Even though I was being honest. Still... The best part was when she turned red. It was quite the sight to see a girl in anger blush like that. All I have to say:

It was worth it.

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A/N: I have no guilt about writing Rai in such a manner. I wanted to instill as much comedy and parody as possible, thus I made him more concerned about his pride then anything. Giving Kallen, Milly, and Rivalz prior knowledge also helped the fact.

If you've ever played Tales of Symphonia, then you should get the joke and the chapter's name. (For you that don't: Glamorous Beauty is a title for Raine Sage.)

All and all. This was fun for me. The picture drama was re-watched twice before I simply decided for Rai to be 'off in his own little world.' I would've liked to follow the dialogue alittle more closely, but it was harder to fit Rai in it if I did.

I'm no hero, just a playful skirt chasing fool.
Life's full of mysteries, women, and rules!
C'mon, kick back... Fate is always cruel.

What are you talking about? I'm always cool!
I got nothing to fake, I'm nobody to hate.

So why? I'm just a playful skirt chasing fool.

We usually get into a feud, nothing special.
Just one blaming the other for being lewd.
What's the problem? I just say "I want to see you nude."

Now, around this time you all felt fooled,
A dagger to the back, just like an enemy would.

I'm not the fool I portray myself to be.
I got skeletons in my closet, apparition wings on my back.

My biggest flaw is the sincerity to genuinely laugh.

This is coming to an end, That's too bad.
I wanted to live my life freely, not shackled down by determined purpose.
That's why... At this moment, I'm pretty damn glad.

What's next? Oh yeah:
I always thought you were cute when you got mad.
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A/N: This hit me like a brick after writing my previous work, 'Glamorous Beauty'. I like Zelos because he always had the facade up of being playful and.. well, a perverted buffoon. But he is actually intelligent and observative. His backstory changed my perception of him, It's hard for me to actually take him at face value anymore, even if he does flirt just to flirt.

I'm horrible at poetry and the such, but I hope I did good with this. I'm sort of afraid I made the first too lines to 'rap-ish' or the later lines too 'fragmented'. Still, here is to hoping I did a good job?

Extravagant was putting it mildly - Every nook and corner was decorated with meticulous care and thought. The holiday coloring came as no surprise, the bulbs dancing with bright hues. It brought atleast some manner of peace, even though he knew it was just for afew days.

Brushing his hands against the apron to wipe the flour off, Rai heaved a sigh bordering on fatigue. The entire kitchen was brewing with activity. Delectable food was laid out on the table, appealing desserts of all kinds caused the oddball of the group to water at the mouth. "Who made what?" Rivalz asked, intrigued at all the food spread before him as he sat down more aromatic food.

The silver-haired boy turned his head with a weak smile, "Those? They were made by Shirley" Rai answered Rivalz. The other boy looking rather disappointed. "Oh, that's too bad." Rivalz shrugged, The orange-haired girl did a 180-degree turn, pointing a spantella at her blue-haired friend. "My cooking isn't that bad!" She told him adamantly.

"Shirley the food..." Shirley tilted her head towards Rai, who seemed to rise in tension. "What?" Shirley asked with her curiosity piqued, both Rivalz and Rai point their fingers at the pan behind her. Only then did it dawn on her smoke was beganning to produce from behind. With panic, she scrambled back to her position and began to tense with her increasing failure in culinary.

"Have Lelouch teach you." The pale boy stated, bending over to check the oven. Shirley stiffened, Rivalz grinning sheepishly. "Oh Lulu, could you help me learn to cook so I could impress you?" the boy imitated with a shrill, girlish voice that irritated both Rai and Shirley. The former chuckled as the latter blushed, yet again becoming distracted while she began to stutter. Rai slipped on mittens, taking out a tall cake, Rivalz whistled at the spectacle of Rai's achievement.

The flustered girl looked at the boy with envy, nearly pouting at his talent. "Where are we going to put that?" the girl asked the two boys, Rivalz waving his hand dismissively, "Next room, Prez made room if we ran out" Rivalz directed Rai with the gesture of his left hand, strolling over to pick up the dirty dishes.

The boy balanced in his hands the cake, giving a final smile to Shirley, who seemed anxious at the sight of him. He nodded his head, azure eyes showing sympathy. "The food." was all he said, and further panic rised as Shirley attempted to rescue her food yet again. When he left, he heard the defeated grunt of Shirley.

Entering into the next room, the boy saw three others he knew. Walking over to the table to place the meticulate cake, the brown-haired friend looked dumbfounded at it. "Who cooked this?" Suzaku asked, Rai folded his arms. A cocksure smile grew, "I did." he stated proudly, the girl at the desk and the girl playing with the cat looked at it.

"That's Rai for you, he is great with his hands." Suzaku looked up at Rai, and gave an acknowledging look. The glasses-wearing girl blinked, joining her hands, averting her gazer. "I wish I could cook..." Was Nina's only response, trailing off in thought. Kallen halted playing with Arthur, raising an eyebrow, their gaze met. The cat looking up as well, "How do you know it's any good?" the feeble girl challenged with a rather meek voice.

The pale boy collapsed his shoulders, acting defeated. Suzaku being the only one that bought the act, Nina continued to be lost in thought as Kallen simply ignored Rai's attempts. After a brief moment of silence, Suzaku spoke. "I'll try it" he volunteered. A cackle of giggles entered the room, bearing tablewear and plates.

Not before long they all assembled, plates and forks at the ready, Rai holding his in a regal and steady manner, everyone else not looking too sure at the food placed in front of them. The raven-haired boy looked dumbstruck at the obsidian meat. "Who cooked this? Kallen?" Lelouch looked at the rest of the group, Nevik and Rai pointed at Shirley, who only flustered at her embarrassing failure. The mentioned girl seemed offended at the least, glaring at the vice-president in hidden contempt.

"Nevik is correct, Shirley cooked this." Rai took a bite out of his, his body shuddering briefly before he gritted his teeth. "...There is always next time?" Rai consoled the orange-haired girl, who smiled as Lelouch took a bite out of his. A moment passed as everyone else followed, making disapproving glances at it or simply not feasting on it.

"I think you did good" Lelouch smiled, placing the rest of it down. Milly melded into the scenery, holding up a sign that clearly said '2'. They assembled to taste Rai's cake next, a stern look on both Shirley and Kallen. Casey taking a bite as Miya followed, both girls waved their forks in ectasy. Suzaku fell silent after taking a bite, nostalgia taking ahold. "It's been so long.. Since I've had anything edible..." He said cryptically, being reminded of the onigiri with blueberry jam.

Silence fell as everyone ate the cake, The silver-haired boy taking notice of the only person not eating, he placed his chin into the palm of his hand, which was still donned with the mitten. "Aren't you allowed cake?" He asked, Kallen, who shot him a brief glare before falling feeble yet again. Looking back at the slice and Rai, the redhead finally deciding to taste it.

Not before long after, Kallen looked onward at the rest of the cake with a weak rose-colored blush, seeming befuddled at it's quality. "It's good?" She questioned, Rai switched from Kallent o everyone else, a feeling of triumph enshrouding him. "Is it good?" He quarried, they all approved, excluding Shirley and Kallen -- who could only stare.

From behind Rai, the blonde-haired president held up a sign that clearly read '9'
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They were all full, for better or for worse. Milly handing her present to Rai with a smile, taking it into his bare hands he stared at the cute wrapping. "Marry christmas~" she looked at her friend in antacipation, who only gazed at the small box. "...Open it?" she suggested after a moment of awkward silence.

Rai meticulously unwrapped it, taking the lid off to stare at the present inside. Everyone paying attention as he unfolded it from the paper and revealed it: A picture frame that housed a familar photo. Nostalgia greeting him as he remembered the school trip, the picture being the same one they took that night. Where everyone was ligned up in kimonos to view the fireworks.

It was a surreal feeling, but he didn't let it show. Holding it closer to take in every detail, smiling wholeheartedly, now addressing Milly. "Is this all I got? I suppose it will do" he half-cocked. Ruffling happened all around him, other's getting into their presents as well. Rai losing his posture when Shirley held up a red and gold wrapped gift, "This is for Kallen" Shirley handed it to the girl who sat on the couch, looking puzzled at Shirley. "Is this from you?"

Kallen unraveled the wrapping and the beautiful white ribbon, stunned at the gift. Nevik was forced to do a double-check as Lelouch chuckled, Nunnally tilted her head, "What did Rai get her?" she asked her brother, who looked at her with a tranquil feeling. "A plushie, Nunnally."

"I didn't think you had it in you" Milly grappled her left arm around Rai's neck, who forced himself back into his usual mannerism. "If you don't like it, say so." Nevik and Rivalz rolled their eyes, Shirley blushed as she took the little features in. "It's Tabata..." Rai nodded, silence following before Kallen giving him her answer.

"It's... Fine." Her gaze fell back on the Tabatachi plush, an inexpensive gift that was given to her by someone she thought was simply a taciturn and sarcastic person. Rai balanced himself, bringing his hand up further to adjust the collar Milly eroded. A simple gift was given to her, and they both felt awkward about it.

"This is where Shirley gives her present to Lelouch." the mentioned boy looked at Shirley, who only tensed up and seemed to shrink. It took a moment before she built the courage to walk over to the boy and present her with the gift. "Here you are... Lulu" she spoke with a meek, low tone. He took it, and blanked, "Alright."

Suzaku looked sympathetically at Shirley as his best friend unwrapped the present, taking out its content to reveal a heart shaped pendant. Casey sighed at the orange-haired girl, who brought her index finger up afterwards. "That isn't something you give a guy, Y'know?" Teasing, Shirley looked down feeling naive. The boy smiled at the pendant, and at the girl. "Ah, It's a nice gift. Don't worry about it."

Rai contained a chuckle as Lelouch wore it, the fenimine locket hanging on the red string Shirley presented it on. With the moment of quietesse came Milly, who buried it with excitement. "To commenorate the gifts we have gotten and the gifts we will recieve... I hereby recommend us taking a picture!" The blonde theatrical held up the camera, all attendants staring at their mad president. Rai shrugged, submitting to the carefree girl first. "I'll take the picture then."

In no time at all they lined up at the couch, their gifts evident as they were held by their respectives. Bringing the camera over his right eye, Rai zoomed in. "Nunnally, make certain to smile. It won't be very memorable if you don't." Rai saw the disgruntled look that briefly graced Lelouch's visage, to only acknowledge the statement as innocent afterwards. Casey poking Kallen's side. "Hold it up, and I don't mean hide your face."

Kallen brought the Tabatachi plushie into full view, the green otter standing out amongst the rest of the accessories or gifts. From the corner of her eye, she saw Nunnally beam with a smile, holding up a paper crane, it's sky-blue color reminded her of--

"Smile~" with only a second to get ready, everyone did. A brief moment of viewing the picture, Rai acknowledged it. "No blurs or flashes. It's a great picture." the silver-haired boy proclaimed, the blonde zipped from the foundation of the couch to Rai's side to see it. Taking ahold of the corner of the camera, she stared at the picture. "Good job, though I wish we could get a picture of you." Milly teased, sticking out her tongue to tease her impersonal friend.

"There is plenty of time for that later, President. For now, I think we should enjoy the holiday. It comes only once a year, afterall." Rai sat the camera down on the table, next to the half-gone caked he baked with artisan care.

Extravagance wasn't all that bad, the dancing light and the holiday colors was serene and sentimental, even though the rest of the world was at war, they at least had a day of peace. Though the rest of the world was duress and callous, he'd make his time memorable.

All that's good doesn't last forever.
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A/N: First chapter to Devilish Adonis Chronicles finished. Karai and Shirlulu to my best. I was going to make Devilish Adonis independant, though I've been wanting to do this chapter for awhile. I was motivated to write 'A time of love/peace'. Some of the christmas pictures of CG also helped me with this.

Although I hope I did good? There you go, anyways. I've been writing this for at least a week and it probably came out all wrong. Still.. I tried?

FYI: Casey and Nevik Samoht are OCs. I don't usually write them, but I am horribly strewed up on keeping a promise. While their initial role was going to be in a much more twisted story, I decided to make them students instead.

Last edited by Arbitres; 2010-05-09 at 14:19.
Reason: Edit is brain food.

A long, long time ago, there was a boy who sealed all his sorrowful memories and fell into a deep sleep.
He woke from the sleep he once chose, and lived in this world.

He saw good times and hard times, and he succeeded in making new memories. His voice ringed joy and despair, but no matter what he did he always remembered the sorrowful memories.

He wondered, "Why is the world so cruel to me?"

That was when I heard his resolution, his desire to fall back into a deep slumber.

I spoke to the birds that gathered at the windowsill - lured by my food. I told them: All of you, since you accepted the offer, then I have a favor to ask of you. Carry my words and fly to Kaminejima. Tell the man who's sleeping this, "The next time you wake, the world will be gentle to you... So as I pray."

They flew away.

A long, long time ago, there was a boy who resolved to sleep for many more years. Until the time he could see the world finally being gentle to him.

The boy left behind someone that day, that loved him more then anything else. The someone eventually vanished in the annals of time, like everyone else he knew.

...A very long time ago, there was a boy that set out on a journey to find his memories, only to be betrayed and hurt by them. In his grief he told me very strong words - A hope for a gentler tomorrow.

The person he wanted to protect from his grief was now unaware of his existence, simply living as if they never met him. But I know the tale, yes... That is why I'm passing it on.

His name was Rai, and even in his despair he made a promise for the future.

I never knew such strong words from such a sad soul.

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A/N: My 'Storybook' oneshot with C.C. narrating it. It took me about a day to do it, actually. Since I wanted to make it feel like a 'story'. I also made Rai's 'interest' open-ended for several reasons.

Rai knew the higher class was born wealthy and prestigious. Avarice flaunted with the extravagant attire and garments worn by every attendant here. Regal was lost on the gaudy atmosphere of the party, every corner and seam bled arrogance. Only the denizens of the noble caste could possibly do it to such a length, and be proud of it.

What was unbearable was the predatorial noble women after him. Vultures came at him in every fathomable manner. Through attempts at cunning, to small conversation. To trying to catch his eye from afar with their riches.

Nothing but savages in fine cloth. Wrapped in their own pestilence, rewarding those around them with their abhorrent presence. Though the ease came from his companion, it effecting him as well.

The woman was rather beautiful, and particularly known for her spirit. Nonette continued to keep him company, as a mentor and as a bodyguard. Did she volunteer or was she assigned? It didn't matter at the moment, the gaudy atmosphere felt much less tense when she joined him.

"How about... That one?" She gestured playfully, Rai being knocked out of his contemplation. "Excuse me, Knight of Nine?" He spoke with a somewhat worried speech, looking onward to what Nonette meant. "You were staring intensely, I suspect your highness was searching for a companion." she spoke with a soft, somewhat thoughtful tone.

A moment passed before Rai could counter, "You must be mistaken, I already have a lady at my side. The fair and ferocious Nonette Enmeagram." Rai smirked, and Nonette seemed rather... tickled at his response, smirking sheepishly as well.

Rai knew the higher clas was born wealthy and prestigious, but they meant little. No actual threat could reach him without being cut down by his companion. No darkness could plague him without it being cleansed by the one next to him.

It would take awhile, he was aware of that. But he would continue to follow the path he felt was right. Int he end, that was all he could do. But at least he had a guardian angel with him. Perhaps he should try courting her sometime, just to see the nobility react.

Yes, just to see the nobility to react. Rai smiled at the thought of killing two birds with one stone.
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A/N: This is my Mon Bien-Aime... oneshot. The idea of making Rai a part of royalty has been in my head for awhile, and I hope this came out nicely.

Mon Bien-Aime is french for 'My beloved' I do believe. Sorry for the late update, I've been rather shackled down by writer's block, so I hope this made it up.

I like these a lot! Its hard to choose favorites, but if I had to pick, they would be "Mon bien aime..." and "Gentle Cadenza". Your writing is very well done, these were enjoyable stories! I hope to see more writing from you sometime.

I know right?? Seriously Ar needs to be a poet or an romance novelist he has the potential for it.

I don't think I'd be a good romance novelist, honestly.

Continued post, Poetry. C&C would be awesome.

Spoiler for Through Trial:

You and I, we do get along well.
You and I, we crawl out of our shells.

We're both on our way to our respective destinations.
Supporting one another through sleazy jokes and talks of kinder sublimation.
Now, don't give up. We can change the world's cruel subjugation.

You could try harder, I always thought.
But when I was over-thinking, you reached out to the answers you sought.

This isn't over yet, our firefly dreams have yet to be caught.

Through Trial was devoted to Nosferatu.

Spoiler for Astral Howling:

Idealism, it's what kept me alive.
Believing so strongly it'd help me survive.
You gave me a image of the whole picture, and now I realize
absolutely ridiculous, it was me, not the world, that was deprived.

Fighting onward now, you went "It's best to take short strides."
I mocked that belief, I went "What happens is up to Fate's stormy tides."

I shun malice now, I absolve all lies.
The three of us, we move along,
As the days we've come to love continue to go by.